Everything Melbourne homeowners need to know about keeping their property in top condition — costs, seasonal checklists, DIY vs professional, and when to call the experts.
One company for all your property maintenance needs across Melbourne. No job too small.
Timber & composite decking. New builds, restorations, oiling & cleaning. From $2,500 for a standard deck.
Timber paling, Colorbond, gates & repairs. From $85 per metre installed. All Melbourne suburbs.
Professional gutter & downpipe cleaning. Prevents water damage & pests. From $150 per service.
Driveways, paths, decks & exterior walls. Restores original look. From $200.
Regular mowing, edging, pruning & garden clean-ups. Weekly, fortnightly or one-off.
Full property makeover before listing. Painting, repairs, garden tidy. Maximise your sale price.
Real prices from real Melbourne jobs. All prices include labour and materials.
| Service | Typical Cost | Time | DIY Possible? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deck Restoration | $800 - $2,500 | 1-3 days | ⚠️ Hard — needs sander |
| Fence Installation | $85 - $150/m | 2-5 days | ❌ Not recommended |
| Gutter Cleaning | $150 - $350 | 2-4 hours | ⚠️ Dangerous — height risk |
| Pressure Washing | $200 - $500 | 2-5 hours | ✅ Yes — rent machine |
| Painting (Interior) | $3,000 - $8,000 | 5-10 days | ⚠️ Slow but possible |
| Lawn Mowing (one-off) | $50 - $80 | 1-2 hours | ✅ Easy DIY |
| Handyman (hourly) | $65 - $95/hr | As needed | Varies by task |
Melbourne's four-seasons-in-one-day climate means your property needs attention year-round.
Some jobs are safe for weekend warriors. Others need experienced pros with the right insurance and tools.
Property maintenance costs in Melbourne range from $50 for basic lawn mowing to $8,000+ for full interior painting. Most common services cost $150-$500. We provide free onsite quotes with no obligation. Call 0406 170 544 to book.
Melbourne properties should have gutters cleaned at least twice a year — once in late autumn (after leaf fall) and once in spring. Properties near large trees may need quarterly cleaning. Blocked gutters cause water damage, mould, and pest problems.
Yes! We cover all Melbourne suburbs — Eastern suburbs (Box Hill, Doncaster, Glen Waverley), Bayside (Brighton, Sandringham), Inner East (Camberwell, Hawthorn, Kew), South-East (Oakleigh, Clayton), and Northern suburbs. Free onsite quotes anywhere in metro Melbourne.
Yes, Prime Property Maintenance carries $20M public liability insurance for all work. We provide written quotes and a workmanship warranty on every job. Your property is protected.
One call covers it all — deck repairs, fence installation, gutter cleaning, painting, gardening & more. Free onsite quote within 48 hours.